European intelligence officials warn a Russian military escalation against NATO could unfold within months rather than years, signaling a potential shift in Moscow’s strategy. Concerns follow recent intelligence assessments suggesting Russia may test NATO’s collective defense by targeting its territory with drones or missiles, aiming to challenge the alliance’s resolve. Analysts caution that public alarm over such threats could inadvertently aid Kremlin disinformation efforts. The warnings highlight growing tensions as Russia seeks to undermine confidence in NATO’s Article 5 security guarantees.
Exclusive: Intelligence officers say Russian campaign could intensify ‘in months, not years’ – but that panic risks playing into Kremlin psy-opsEuropean intelligence officials have raised the possibility of an imminent Russian test of Nato, with one saying a potential attack could come in a matter of “months, not years”.The warnings come after Poland’s prime minister, Donald Tusk, told parliament that intelligence assessments suggested Russia might launch an attack with drones or missiles on Nato territory in the coming months, as part of efforts to prove that “article 5 is more theoretical than practical”. Continue reading...
